JYP Entertainment focuses on a global market trying to break through markets such as the American music industry.
However, JYP Entertainment have had controversies due to members leaving and rumors following afterwards.
G.O.D. (Groove over Dose)
Park Joon Hyung- leader, rapper
Danny Ahn- rapper
Yoon Kye Sang- rapper, vocalist
Son Ho Young- vocalist, rapper
Kim Tae Woo- main vocalist
JYPE’s first ever boy band in 1997 was quite different from the other boy bands. They were known to be “Talent over looks” and also Park Joon Hyung was over the age of 30 at the time of debut. They had several hit songs throughout the years. Their third album has the highest albums sold for boy bands at over 2 million copies.
However their plans for overseas advancement due to the end of their contracts and eventually disbandment. The members are currently engaged in solo careers in music and acting. Park Joon Hyung is currently under JYPE and is in Hollywood right now.
Bi (Rain)
In 2002, Rain debuted but did not receive a lot of popularity. However, due to his appearance on variety shows and new music, his popularity grew exponentially. His dances were followed and parodies were done by other celebrities.
He also had a successful acting career especially in his appeance in “Full House”.
Finally, Rain went overseas to the United States where his acting career in Hollywood starring in movies such as “Speed Racer” and ” Ninja Assassin”. Although his popularity may not be as high as in Asia, he had definitely become known to Americans especially through his appearance on Time’s Most Influential People and dance battle with Colbert.
Now he is a major shareholder of J.Tunes Entertainment and also produced a boy band himself, Mblaq.
Lim Jung Hee (J.Lim)
Known before her debut in 2005 performing on the streets with her piano, her talent began to spread. As she debuted, her vocals was not doubted by anyone. She was also Rain’s vocal teacher before her debut as well.
She moved the United States for an American debut but due to the downturn in the U.S. music industry, was pushed to a later date. Currently she is still preparing for her future debut in America.
Wonder Girls
Sunye- leader, main vocalist
Hyunah- rapper, vocalist (left group)
Sohee- vocalist
Sunmi- vocalist (hiatus)
Yeeun- main vocalist
Yubin- rapper
Lim- vocalist
The group to start the girl group craze in 2007 with their hit song “Tell Me” was known at first for Sunye’s long trainee years of six years. Sunye’s audition was broadcasted in 2001 which gathered a lot of attention until she disappeared. Finally she returned to the screen as a Wonder Girl.
Although they have had hardships along the way such as the Hyunah’s leave due to sickness, fatal car accident, and Sohee’s accident on set, they showed their success with one big hit.
Through their song “Tell Me” the started a girl group craze and a dance craze all over the internet with parodies ranging from police tell me to baby tell me. The next year they released two more hits raising them to become one of Korea’s top groups.
They moved overseas to debut in America. They have been the most successful in their music endeavors in the U.S. as they toured as opening guest with the Jonas Brothers, several appearances on magazines, and a spot on the BillBoard Hot100. They are the first Korean artist to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 and also received #1 on Billboard’s single charts beating artist such as Lady Gaga and Mariah Carey.
They are currently preparing for their first full American album after Sunmi’s announcement to go on hiatus for studies and Lim as a replacement. They first solo tour "Wonder World Tour" in America the summer of 2010 was quiet a success and they are currently preparing for a full album release in American in 2011.
Joo
Debuting in early 2008 immediately after the success of the Wonder Girls, Joo was a ballad singer. Although she received attention because she was from JYP, that did not last long with past pictures of her engaging in drinking and pictures with her boyfriend.
She asked for more time to train before she continued her career and is currently preparing for her new album after two years out of the music scene.
2AM
Jokwon- leader, main vocalist
Changmin- main vocalist
Seulong- vocalist
Jinwoon- vocalist
The first boy band after G.O.D. debuted in 2008. Leader Jokwon's long trainee days with Sunye from the Wonder Girls gathered much attention. They are known for their vocals more than their looks. Although they did not rise to fame as quickly as their counterparts, 2pm, they continued to appear on variety shows which gather much love from fans. Jokwon's infamous "kkap" though his unique dancing and facial expressions brought much love and laughter.
2am is joined the JYP tour of 2010 with Park Jin Young and also tour with the Wonder Girls on the "Wonder World Tour" as opening guests.
2PM
Jaebom- leader, main vocalist (left group)
Junsu- main vocalist
Nick Khun- vocalist
Taekyeon- rapper
Junho- vocalist
Wooyoung- vocalist
Chansung- rapper
Debuting in 2008 as "JYP's pride", they awed kpop through their catchy music and acrobatic skills. With their second single, they were quick to rise to fame and we even considered rivals to other boy bands at such a young age.
However, Jaebom's Myspace controversy where he left comments on his friend's myspace about how he was having a hard time in Korea and wanted to go home gathered much attention. Mistranslations of his comments caused netizens to turn against Jaebom which eventually led to his leave. Later it was revealed that Jaebom's contract with JYPE was terminated due to personal choices that were made that was unacceptable in Korea.
Currently the boys remain as six members and continue to be active not only in music but in acting and variety shows as we. They joined the Wonder Girls on their "Wonder World Tour" as opening guest the summer of 2010.
miss A
Jia- vocalist, rapper
Fei- vocalist
Min- vocalist
Suzy- vocalist
Known as JYP sisters, Fei and Jia, who are Chinese, and Hyelim, the new member of Wonder Girls, were known as the second Wonder Girls. When Hyelim joined the Wonder Girls, the youngest Suzy joined the trio and they debuted in China June of 2010. Then Min who was a trainee in JYP fro eight years and was preparing for an American debut with Lil Jon joined the trio and debuted the summer of 2010 with the song "Bad Girl Good Girl" which gained a tremendous popularity in Korea.
Miss A has been praised for their charisma on stage and their solid vocals. They are currently on AQ Entertainment which is a sub-label of JYP Entertainment.
However, JYP Entertainment have had controversies due to members leaving and rumors following afterwards.
G.O.D. (Groove over Dose)
Park Joon Hyung- leader, rapper
Danny Ahn- rapper
Yoon Kye Sang- rapper, vocalist
Son Ho Young- vocalist, rapper
Kim Tae Woo- main vocalist
JYPE’s first ever boy band in 1997 was quite different from the other boy bands. They were known to be “Talent over looks” and also Park Joon Hyung was over the age of 30 at the time of debut. They had several hit songs throughout the years. Their third album has the highest albums sold for boy bands at over 2 million copies.
However their plans for overseas advancement due to the end of their contracts and eventually disbandment. The members are currently engaged in solo careers in music and acting. Park Joon Hyung is currently under JYPE and is in Hollywood right now.
Bi (Rain)
In 2002, Rain debuted but did not receive a lot of popularity. However, due to his appearance on variety shows and new music, his popularity grew exponentially. His dances were followed and parodies were done by other celebrities.
He also had a successful acting career especially in his appeance in “Full House”.
Finally, Rain went overseas to the United States where his acting career in Hollywood starring in movies such as “Speed Racer” and ” Ninja Assassin”. Although his popularity may not be as high as in Asia, he had definitely become known to Americans especially through his appearance on Time’s Most Influential People and dance battle with Colbert.
Now he is a major shareholder of J.Tunes Entertainment and also produced a boy band himself, Mblaq.
Lim Jung Hee (J.Lim)
Known before her debut in 2005 performing on the streets with her piano, her talent began to spread. As she debuted, her vocals was not doubted by anyone. She was also Rain’s vocal teacher before her debut as well.
She moved the United States for an American debut but due to the downturn in the U.S. music industry, was pushed to a later date. Currently she is still preparing for her future debut in America.
Wonder Girls
Sunye- leader, main vocalist
Hyunah- rapper, vocalist (left group)
Sohee- vocalist
Sunmi- vocalist (hiatus)
Yeeun- main vocalist
Yubin- rapper
Lim- vocalist
The group to start the girl group craze in 2007 with their hit song “Tell Me” was known at first for Sunye’s long trainee years of six years. Sunye’s audition was broadcasted in 2001 which gathered a lot of attention until she disappeared. Finally she returned to the screen as a Wonder Girl.
Although they have had hardships along the way such as the Hyunah’s leave due to sickness, fatal car accident, and Sohee’s accident on set, they showed their success with one big hit.
Through their song “Tell Me” the started a girl group craze and a dance craze all over the internet with parodies ranging from police tell me to baby tell me. The next year they released two more hits raising them to become one of Korea’s top groups.
They moved overseas to debut in America. They have been the most successful in their music endeavors in the U.S. as they toured as opening guest with the Jonas Brothers, several appearances on magazines, and a spot on the BillBoard Hot100. They are the first Korean artist to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 and also received #1 on Billboard’s single charts beating artist such as Lady Gaga and Mariah Carey.
They are currently preparing for their first full American album after Sunmi’s announcement to go on hiatus for studies and Lim as a replacement. They first solo tour "Wonder World Tour" in America the summer of 2010 was quiet a success and they are currently preparing for a full album release in American in 2011.
Joo
Debuting in early 2008 immediately after the success of the Wonder Girls, Joo was a ballad singer. Although she received attention because she was from JYP, that did not last long with past pictures of her engaging in drinking and pictures with her boyfriend.
She asked for more time to train before she continued her career and is currently preparing for her new album after two years out of the music scene.
2AM
Jokwon- leader, main vocalist
Changmin- main vocalist
Seulong- vocalist
Jinwoon- vocalist
The first boy band after G.O.D. debuted in 2008. Leader Jokwon's long trainee days with Sunye from the Wonder Girls gathered much attention. They are known for their vocals more than their looks. Although they did not rise to fame as quickly as their counterparts, 2pm, they continued to appear on variety shows which gather much love from fans. Jokwon's infamous "kkap" though his unique dancing and facial expressions brought much love and laughter.
2am is joined the JYP tour of 2010 with Park Jin Young and also tour with the Wonder Girls on the "Wonder World Tour" as opening guests.
2PM
Jaebom- leader, main vocalist (left group)
Junsu- main vocalist
Nick Khun- vocalist
Taekyeon- rapper
Junho- vocalist
Wooyoung- vocalist
Chansung- rapper
Debuting in 2008 as "JYP's pride", they awed kpop through their catchy music and acrobatic skills. With their second single, they were quick to rise to fame and we even considered rivals to other boy bands at such a young age.
However, Jaebom's Myspace controversy where he left comments on his friend's myspace about how he was having a hard time in Korea and wanted to go home gathered much attention. Mistranslations of his comments caused netizens to turn against Jaebom which eventually led to his leave. Later it was revealed that Jaebom's contract with JYPE was terminated due to personal choices that were made that was unacceptable in Korea.
Currently the boys remain as six members and continue to be active not only in music but in acting and variety shows as we. They joined the Wonder Girls on their "Wonder World Tour" as opening guest the summer of 2010.
miss A
Jia- vocalist, rapper
Fei- vocalist
Min- vocalist
Suzy- vocalist
Known as JYP sisters, Fei and Jia, who are Chinese, and Hyelim, the new member of Wonder Girls, were known as the second Wonder Girls. When Hyelim joined the Wonder Girls, the youngest Suzy joined the trio and they debuted in China June of 2010. Then Min who was a trainee in JYP fro eight years and was preparing for an American debut with Lil Jon joined the trio and debuted the summer of 2010 with the song "Bad Girl Good Girl" which gained a tremendous popularity in Korea.
Miss A has been praised for their charisma on stage and their solid vocals. They are currently on AQ Entertainment which is a sub-label of JYP Entertainment.
